1990 Renault 19 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Subaru Leone (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 19 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 19 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
